Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Oct 29, 2026

An ex-Northwestern Wildcats women's basketball standout is about to make WNBA Finals history — on Halloween no less!

The WNBA Finals first adopted a best-of-seven series format in 2025, when the Los Vegas Aces completed a four-game sweep of the Phoenix Mercury.

Apparently, yelling and clapping at a referee does not always warrant a technical foul in the WNBA Finals. At least, that is the impression some fans have been left with after Angel Reese escaped punishment for her reaction to an official during the Atlanta Dream’s championship series.

Sophie Cunningham hears the jokes about WNBA layups, and she isn’t even trying to defend it. WNBA critics live on social media just waiting to clip a blown layup, using it as ammo to label the league sloppy or low-scoring.

Jarred Vanderbilt finally got his shot at being in the Lakers' rotation.

The veteran forward helped key a win for the undermanned Lakers on Wednesday

The 2026-27 men’s college basketball season tips off with everything from a historic opener in Rome to midnight games and a shifting national landscape that shows just how different college basketball will look this year.

Stephen Gillaspie dives into international waters to provide insight into the prospects playing overseas in the 2027 NBA Draft cycle.

NBA personnel are still split on Karl-Anthony Towns' value as he pursues new long-term extension.

The best two words in sports are Game 7, as the old adage goes. For the first time in its history, the WNBA will be able to put that proposition to the test

Ben Simmons says retirement isn’t the plan after another injury ended his season before it began. “My mentality is that I’ll be back,” Simmons told Marc J. Spears of Andscape in an exclusive interview. “I’ll do everything in my power to get back, get healthy and be better than I was before.” Simmons tore his […] The post Ben Simmons plans another comeback: ‘My mentality is that I’ll be back’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Ohio Supreme Court filed an order Thursday that will keep the two dozen players involved in an eligibility case in that state available to play for teams across the country, with the start of college basketball season beginning next week.

Atlanta Dream superstar Angel Reese added another milestone to her first WNBA Finals appearance Thursday while helping Atlanta keep its championship hopes alive against the Golden State Valkyries. Reese entered Game 6 needing another strong performance on the glass after dominating the boards throughout the series. The 24-year-old delivered again […] The post Dream superstar Angel Reese breaks Sylvia Fowles’ WNBA Finals record in Game 6 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kevin Durant doesn’t have to do everything for the Rockets. Five games into the season, that might be the most encouraging thing about them. Houston is 5-0 for the first time since 2014-15, and as William Guillory of The Athletic explains, the improvement involves more than Durant making difficult shots. Through four games, Durant’s usage […] The post Rockets’ 5-0 start comes with encouraging news for Kevin Durant appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Ben Simmons will miss his second straight NBA season after he suffered a torn Achilles before ever taking the court for the Sacramento Kings in a regular-season game, but there is no shortage of self-confidence when it comes to his eventual return.

The New York Knicks' financial future has generated plenty of headlines in the early portion of the 2026-27 NBA season, and they are reportedly making a move with an eye on creating more salary cap space down the line.

FOX Sports’ Ben Portnoy tells the story behind a once-in-an-eternity college basketball doubleheader between Villanova and Notre Dame in Rome.

Yaxel Lendeborg isn’t your typical rookie. He’s fearless.  He’s willing to speak his mind about the NBA’s best offensive player, knowing full well the consequences that entails. And mark my words: There will be consequences after he lit into Luka Doncic, saying he “lost all respect for him” after the Lakers hosted the Warriors in...

Five-star point guard Reese Alston announced he has committed to LSU, giving Tigers coach Will Wade his third top-25 recruit in the 2027 class.

The Chicago Bulls may not be off to a good start in terms of wins and losses. However, Caleb Wilson is on a roll. On Wednesday, the Bulls lost to the defending-champion New York Knicks, 133-127. They are now 1-4. However, Wilson finished with 20 points, 6 rebounds, and four assists. With that, Wilson tied […] The post Caleb Wilson ties Michael Jordan in Bulls history with rookie scoring feat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The third episode of Adidas' sketch-comedy web series Minnatlantasota featuring Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards dropped on Thursday.

All the Celtics news you need in one convenient place.

Philadelphia 76ers star Jaylen Brown explained how he manages outside noise without letting it affect him.

This PR black eye has been narrowly avoided.

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 28: Dejounte Murray #5 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts to a call during the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Smoothie King Center on October 28, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tyler Kaufman/Getty Images) | Getty Images With the Suns not of...

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 29: Gabby Williams #1 of the Golden State Valkyries drives to the basket against Allisha Gray #15 of the Atlanta Dream during the second quarter in game six of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena on October 29, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Image...

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - OCTOBER 25: Ja'kobe Walter #14 of the Toronto Raptors looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second quarter during the home opener at Target Center on October 25, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Raptors 117-94. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Berding/Getty...

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - OCTOBER 28: Anfernee Simons #5 of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots the ball during the game against the Indiana Pacers on October 28, 2026 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Luther Schlaifer/NBAE via Getty Images) | N...

While the Raptors didn’t expect Kawhi Leonard to play all 82 regular season games this season, their depth behind him is being tested earlier than expected, as the star forward is considered likely to miss multiple weeks after experiencing some swelling in his knee. Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca suggests it’s crucial that Toronto is able […]

The Knicks are declining their fourth-year option on 2024 first-round pick Pacome Dadiet, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). Fred Katz of The Athletic confirms Charania’s report (via Twitter). While it’s certainly a noteworthy development, since Dadiet will now be on track for unrestricted free agency in 2027, the move doesn’t come as […]